For students who have flair for natural science and the desire to contribute towards ensuring the sustainability of Aquatic Environment and in wealth creation through efficient management of aquatic resources, Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture is the right place. In Umudike, the teaching is approached with the understanding of its multi-disciplinary status and students are educated to have broadened mindset to accommodate knowledge from other fields of learning (such as Health Sciences, Engineering, Management Sciences, Physical and Chemical Sciences as well as Arts courses); which contributes in packaging training in Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management.
The Academic Staff of the Department are committed professionals who are always interested in ensuring the students’ understanding of the taught courses. The non-academic staff in the department are approachable and always available to assist the students. Our fish farm where students are exposed to practical art of commercial fish farming stand tall as uncommon facility in other department of Fisheries and Aquaculture of many universities. Modern laboratory/laboratory equipment are available for teaching and research purposes. Our students are guided by qualified and well experienced laboratory staff that are always available for the students.
We equip our students with great skill and knowledge that qualifies them to work in several areas of employment opportunities: such as Fisheries and Aquaculture companies, Public health, Nutrition and Feed Manufacturing Companies, Safety and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) outfits, Oil and Gas companies, Agricultural Biotechnology, various Federal, State and Local Government Area institutions/organizations as well as in self employment.
Postgraduate studies are offered in the department at different levels (PGD/MSc/Ph.D). The programmes are fashioned to equip graduates with rare finesse and knowledge to address peculiar problems beyond the strength of first degree.
In this booklet, we aim to communicate what fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike offers as a guide in students’ voyage for academic laurel in Ivory tower.
Dr. A. Uka Ag. Head of Department Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management. College of Natural Resources and Environmental Management, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike. P.M.B 7267, Umuahia.
Production of graduates that are adequately equipped with the comprehensive theoretical knowledge and practical skill required for engaging in productive and economic production of fish and management of aquatic ecosystem. The objectives of the department are:
